Wood Charcoal Briquettes
Compressed hardwood blocks for catering and industrial use
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Description
Compressed from hardwood charcoal powder with a natural starch binder, our standard briquettes deliver the consistency that commercial kitchens and industrial users demand. No petrochemical binders, no sparking.
Specifications
- Fixed Carbon
- 68–72%
- Moisture
- < 7%
- Ash Content
- 6–8%
- Calorific Value
- 6,800 kcal/kg
- Burn Time
- 2.5–3 hrs
- Origin
- Recycled hardwood charcoal fines + natural starch binder
- HS Code
- 44029090
Shipping & Delivery
- • Pan-India delivery via Shiprocket's multi-courier network.
- • Free delivery on orders above ₹999.
- • Typical dispatch within 24 business hours.
- • GST invoice auto-generated on confirmation.
- • Bulk/pallet shipping available — see Wholesale.
Key highlights
- 68–72% fixed carbon
- < 7% moisture
- 6–8% ash content
- 18–22 min ignition (chimney starter)
- 2.5–3 hrs burn time
- 6,800 kcal/kg calorific value
- Compressed with natural starch binder
- Indian hardwood — mango, acacia, neem, sheesham
- HSN 44029090 · GST 5%
- Made in Rajkot, Gujarat — pan-India shipping
Where it's used
The applications Wood Charcoal Briquettes is best suited for, and what to expect in each.
Catering & banqueting
Predictable shape and burn rate let caterers calculate fuel needs precisely for weddings, conferences and large events — no surprises mid-service.
Food stalls & QSR grills
Roadside grills, kebab carts and quick-service restaurants benefit from briquettes that load uniformly into a sigri or BBQ tray and hold heat long enough for a busy lunch rush.
Industrial kilns & dryers
Used in tea-drying, jaggery boilers and small-scale industrial kilns where uniform fuel sizing simplifies firing logistics.
Hostel, canteen & dhaba kitchens
Cost-effective fuel for institutional kitchens that cook in batches and need a fuel that stores and ships cleanly.
Packaging & order quantities
Available pack formats from retail to export pallet. Custom retail-print packaging is available above 500 units.
| Pack size | Best for |
|---|---|
| 1 kg bag | Single-use retail pack — home BBQ, single hookah session, sample |
| 5 kg bag | Retail bag — regular home use, small catering |
| 10 kg bag | HoReCa bag — restaurant kitchens, small lounges |
| 30 kg bag | Catering / wholesale — large events, hostels |
| 500 kg jumbo bag | Wholesale MOQ — distributors, exporters |
| 1 MT pallet (export) | Container loads — international export, OEM supply |
How to use wood charcoal briquettes
A simple step-by-step for first-time users — applies to typical home and small-commercial use.
- 1Stack briquettes in a chimney
Pyramid 8–12 briquettes around 2 paraffin cubes.
- 2Light from below — wait 18–22 min
Briquettes light slower than lumps; coals are ready when uniformly ash-covered.
- 3Spread evenly across grill
Briquettes' uniform shape gives you predictable heat across the entire grate.
- 4Top up as needed
Add fresh briquettes around the edge for long cooks; they'll catch from the hot core.
Storage & shelf life
Store sealed in a dry place, off concrete floors. Avoid direct sunlight and proximity to strong-smelling solvents or fragrances — charcoal adsorbs odours readily. Briquettes are more moisture-sensitive than lumps because of the natural starch binder — keep tightly sealed; 18-month shelf life when stored properly.
Why wood for this?
Wood charcoal sits between bamboo and coconut on most performance metrics — moderate fixed carbon (70-78%), the longest practical burn time of the three for grilling, and the most familiar smoke and flavour profile for traditional cooking.
Compare all materials →Frequently asked questions
Common questions about Wood Charcoal Briquettes. Don't see yours? Contact us or check the full FAQ.
How long does Wood Charcoal Briquettes burn?
Wood Charcoal Briquettes burns for 2.5–3 hrs per charge in typical conditions. Burn time depends on airflow, the amount loaded, and ambient humidity — outdoor BBQ in monsoon will burn faster than indoor restaurant tandoor use.
What is the fixed carbon and ash content?
Wood Charcoal Briquettes is produced to a fixed carbon of 68–72% with ash content of 6–8% and moisture below 7%. Each lot is tested before despatch and a Certificate of Analysis is available on request for industrial and export buyers.
Is this charcoal food-safe?
Yes — our briquettes use a natural starch binder, no petrochemical accelerants. Safe for food contact in tandoor, grill and BBQ applications.
What is the minimum order for wholesale or bulk pricing?
Retail orders ship from any variant size shown above. Wholesale pricing (15% off list) starts at 500 kg cumulative across SKUs in a single shipment. Submit a wholesale enquiry via /wholesale/ to request a quote.
Do you ship pan-India? What about export?
Yes — pan-India delivery via Shiprocket's multi-courier network, free above ₹999. Typical metro delivery is 2–4 business days. For export, we ship FOB or CIF from Mundra, Pipavav and JNPT ports with all documentation (HSN 44029090, COA, MSDS, SGS on request).
How is it packaged?
Retail variants ship in laminated bags inside cartons. 25–50 kg sacks are PP-laminated; jumbo bags (500 kg) and pallets (1 MT) ship under shrink wrap. Custom-printed retail packaging is available for order quantities above 500 units — contact sales.
Is GST applicable, and what is the HSN code?
Yes — GST is applied at 5% under HSN 44029090 for charcoal at the despatch stage. CGST + SGST split for intra-state, IGST for inter-state. A GST 2.0 compliant tax invoice is auto-generated on order confirmation.
Why wood charcoal for this application?
Hardwood charcoal gives the longest practical burn for cooking and the most familiar smoke and flavour profile for traditional Indian and BBQ cuisine. It is the most cost-effective of our three materials for general grilling and tandoor use.
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